Installation Procedure

2005 Saturn Relay AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
  1. Insert the ignition lock cylinder through the trim cover in the upper steering column.
  2. Align the lock cylinder retaining tab and the position tab with the slots in the lock housing.
  3. Fig 1: View of Ignition Cylinder Lock, Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Assembly and Upper Steering Column
    GM375309Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Completely push the lock cylinder into the lock housing.
  5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the retaining screws to the upper steering trim cover.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the screws to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).

  7. Match the tab slots on the lower trim cover with the locking tabs on the upper trim cover.
  8. Tilt the lower trim cover up and slide the lower trim cover until the locking tabs snap into the tab slots.
  9. Install the lower trim cover screws to the steering column.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

  10. Fig 2: View Of Tilt Lever Close Out Plate
    GM777650Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel ReplacementΒ .
  12. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.
  13. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
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